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Windswept Trees in the Brute Slope Point, New Zealand

Slope Point, South Island, New Zealand. The southernmost point of beautiful New Zealand mainly is used for sheep herding. The terrain is indeed brute: strong winds from Antarctica blow 2000 miles and then smash into Slope Point. The uninterrupted intense winds have affected the trees, that have crooked tremendously. Only the sheep herd here: all animals and humans have abandoned the Slope Point. However, it is really interesting and unique place to visit once in the area. Why to go there? To see the windswept trees, steep rocky coastline and sheep in this lonely corner of New Zealand. How to get there? Slope Point can only be reached by a 20 minute hike from Waikawa and Haldane villages. Photo by Carol Darby Photo by Andre Wagner Photo by Daniel Pietzsch Photo by Martin Davies Photo by Unknown Photo by Unknown [symple_googlemap title=”Slope Point, Sautlandas, Naujoji Zelandija” location=”Slope Point, Sautlandas, Naujoji Zelandija” zoom=”10...

A Unique Diving Experience in the Jellyfish Lake, Palau

Jellyfish Lake, Eil Malk Island, Palau. The glorious islands are a true paradise for the vacationers and adventurers. The amazing nature has formed this unique web of islands, that attract visitors for the warm climate, white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Scubadiving is one of the most popular activities. During the last ice age 12 000 years ago, the sea levels rose and then dropped leaving jellyfish in the lake. The jellies have lost their sting, probably because there are no predators in the lake. They need sun, therefore thousands of jellies migrate towards the lake surface early in the morning when the sun rises. Why to go there? One of the favorite adventures in Palau. Few companies organize tours from Koror. When to go there? The climate is warm all year long. However, it rains more from July to October. How to get there? The island is a 45 minute boat ride from Koror. Fly to Koror from Hawaii, Taiwan, South Korea, Arab Emirates, Philippines, Japan, Australia. L...